Nestled in the foothills of the Sunshine Coast hinterland, Burnside State High School is proud to uphold its core values of Care, Consideration and Cooperation in every aspect of school life. We provide a Smaller, Smarter and Safer learning environment where both students and staff can thrive.
Our school offers students a range of benefits, including:
- A small school setting with small class sizes
- Productive partnerships with the local community
- A safe and supportive environment
- Dedicated, high-quality teachers
- Well-maintained grounds and facilities
- Academic and Volleyball Excellence Programs in Junior Secondary
- The Supporting Teenagers with Education, Mothering and Mentoring (STEMM) Program
- Status as a Regional Education Queensland International school
- Vocational Education and Training (VET) opportunities
- High standards and expectations
- Firm, fair and consistent student management
- A consistent, school-wide approach to teaching
- A broad range of senior subjects across general, applied and VET pathways.
Burnside State High School also provides supportive and flexible curriculum options for students who require additional assistance through our Diverse Learning Hub (DLH).Established in 1979, Burnside State High School continues to look toward the future -adapting to the evolving needs of society, supporting individual pathways, and preparing young people to take their place as confident, capable adults.